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Definition of spoonnext
as in to scoop
to lift out with something that holds liquid lovingly spooned the homemade stew out of the pot

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as in scoop
a utensil with a bowl and a handle that is used especially in cooking and serving food an assortment of metal and wooden spoons should be part of every cook's culinary arsenal

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Recent Examples of spoon
Verb
Make the most of strawberry season by swirling a quick sauce into vanilla ice cream and spooning more on top. Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026 But what’s inside—a stainless steel serving fork and spoon with the brand’s signature spiral handle—is equally as luxe. Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 June 2026
Noun
Combine the three sherbets for this nostalgic dessert that is a beauty to behold and a joy to scoop up with a spoon. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 13 July 2026 Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 20 minutes. Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for spoon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spoon
Verb
  • But where that trust exists or can be built, scoop and run may offer a real chance to save lives that would otherwise be lost to gun violence.
    Cal Chengqi Fang, The Conversation, 14 July 2026
  • The broad straps offset the lower neckline, which scoops at its narrowest point for a softer look, rather than forming a harsh line.
    Irene Richardson, InStyle, 13 July 2026
Noun
  • Can't wait to grab me a ladle and dig into a nice bowl of rum punch this weekend.
    Zach Dean OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • While technically designed for spoons, these savvy kitchen accessories earn their keep with salad tongs, soup ladles, and other tools that need a place to land mid-recipe.
    Mina Dragani, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2026

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“Spoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spoon. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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